On July 19, 2023, Sullivan Papain Member Vito Cannavo successfully obtained a $10 million settlement on behalf of a man who suffered permanent bilateral knee injuries following a construction accident.
56-Year-Old Man Injured on Jobsite
In April 2018, a 56-year-old stone mason was injured when a large piece of granite fell during the construction of a luxury residential building in Tribeca.
Injury Causes Permanent Disability
The accident occurred during the installation of a stone façade on the building. A large stone was being raised by a mechanical hoist when the stone fell, causing significant injuries to both legs. The accident required multiple surgeries on both knees and resulted in permanently disabling injuries.
Sullivan Papain On Behalf of the Plaintiff
The plaintiff sought legal representation through Sullivan Papain due to our extensive experience in cases involving large damages against corporate institutions. The settlement was reached before trial by Sullivan Papain Member Vito Cannavo and Associate Joseph Rozovsky in Bronx County.
Learn More About Firm Member Vito A. Cannavo and Associate Joseph Rozovsky
Vito A. Cannavo, a member of the firm, is an expert in corporate and municipal litigation. A seasoned trial attorney, he has obtained multi-million settlements in the areas of medical malpractice, labor law, and delayed diagnosis. To learn more about Firm Member Vito A. Cannavo, click here.
Joseph Rozovsky is an associate trial attorney at the firm who specializes in personal injury, negligence, labor law, and premise liability. He was recently announced as a 2023 Super Lawyers Rising Star. To learn more about Firm Associate Joseph Rozovsky, click here.